Manager Alex Cora and Masataka Yoshida had a conversation before the 31-year-old Japanese outfielder began his rehab assignment July 1.

Check out a unique view of a special moment where Alex Cora's children, Isander and Xander, throw the ceremonial first pitch to Alex & Mike Lowell

Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora told “WEEI Afternoons” that rookie outfielder is “becoming a force” for his baseball team, confirming that the 21-year-old will make his debut in left field in their series finale against the Rockies.